Essendon

[mighty_tiger_79]

Its good that there are a number of people inside the court who are allowed to get the info out via Twitter etc

[stan]

Its good that there are a number of people inside the court who are allowed to get the info out via Twitter etc

Seriously its like an episode of benny hill in there. Andruska probably could not recall just about anything. I was reading through gilbert gardeners tweets as well as a few others. To be honest I cam see why Essenson went down this path now. Regardless of if they are in the wrong or not I believe they feel confident of beating ASADA with a few good lawyers. Based on yesterday this would appear to be the case.

You know, my old man and myself always had this conversation going when we caught up. He would ask me what I know, I would say yeag nothing much, he would then say well people may think your stupid but at least you cant get into any trouble. And we would both laugh, bit of a silly joke over so many years. But I see that Andruska was actually applying that principal yesterday. We are both now keenly watching to see if that holds up on court.

[Slowey]

I personally just cannot see how the EFC could take Hird back with open arms next season, caused way to much drama for one football club over a 12 to 24 month period. Lost a lot of respect for a bloke i once held in high regard.

[bennymacca]

Its good that there are a number of people inside the court who are allowed to get the info out via Twitter etc

it was on abc news 24 on monday. (at least the opening submissions)

[lebron]

I personally just cannot see how the EFC could take Hird back with open arms next season, caused way to much drama for one football club over a 12 to 24 month period. Lost a lot of respect for a bloke i once held in high regard.

How? He oversaw, as senior coach, a project of injections that numerous other AFL and NRL clubs undertook. They were investigated and 'found out'. He, on behalf of the club and players, whether coerced or threatened, took full responsibility. The longer this has gone on, the more respect I have gained for him, as when the fallout occurred I lost a lot!
What's his other option? Resign and walk away in a time where the club needs him. Everyone would have jumped down his throat then calling him gutless and a coward! Damned if you do, damned if you don't. I blame the media heavily for this commotion.

[bennymacca]

mickwarner
@heraldsunmick
Play resumes on Day 3 in Melbourne Federal Court, room 6k. Essendon 3-654 (declared). ASADA 78 & 6-45.

mickwarner
@heraldsunmick
ASADA investigator Aaron Walker strides to the crease. Neil Young,QC, from the La Trobe St end ...

mickwarner
@heraldsunmick
Change of bowler. Nick Harrington to cross-examine
Aug. 13, 2014

[bennymacca]

mickwarner
@heraldsunmick
Harrington right-arm medium. Walker can hold a bat

Gilbert Gardiner
@gilbertgardiner
A lot of Matty Hayden about investigator Walker. Front foot, no backward steps under siege from Harrington
Aug. 13, 2014


this is pretty awesome haha.

[stan]

Harrington is actually hammerig them down at Walker. But there is a bit of Matty Hayden about Walker. On the front foot and attacking. Hes digging in here and looks up for the fight.

[Jim05]

Unfortunately despite what Warner and alot of others think about the trial the final result rests with the judge. All though we seem well infront its still possible the judge may rule against us in the end

[bennymacca]

Unfortunately despite what Warner and alot of others think about the trial the final result rests with the judge. All though we seem well infront its still possible the judge may rule against us in the end

I wouldn't say unfortunately. It's how the legal system works!

[Jim05]

Unfortunately despite what Warner and alot of others think about the trial the final result rests with the judge. All though we seem well infront its still possible the judge may rule against us in the end

I wouldn't say unfortunately. It's how the legal system works!

Didnt mean it like that. I meant that everybody is saying we are infront but it doesnt matter how many people think we are winning its only 1 person we have to satisfy.
So far this morning it is advantage ASADA IMO

[mighty_tiger_79]

gee the AFL are looking little amateurish with the evidence being given...

[Rik E Boy]

I personally just cannot see how the EFC could take Hird back with open arms next season, caused way to much drama for one football club over a 12 to 24 month period. Lost a lot of respect for a bloke i once held in high regard.

How? He oversaw, as senior coach, a project of injections that numerous other AFL and NRL clubs undertook. They were investigated and 'found out'. He, on behalf of the club and players, whether coerced or threatened, took full responsibility. The longer this has gone on, the more respect I have gained for him, as when the fallout occurred I lost a lot!
What's his other option? Resign and walk away in a time where the club needs him. Everyone would have jumped down his throat then calling him gutless and a coward! Damned if you do, damned if you don't. I blame the media heavily for this commotion.

He took full responsibility LMAO.

regards,

REB

[Booney]

Come on Riky!

Golden boy took full responsibility. Now he's doing all he can to throw anyone he can under a bus and clear his name.

How noble.

[dedja]

I personally just cannot see how the EFC could take Hird back with open arms next season, caused way to much drama for one football club over a 12 to 24 month period. Lost a lot of respect for a bloke i once held in high regard.

How? He oversaw, as senior coach, a project of injections that numerous other AFL and NRL clubs undertook. They were investigated and 'found out'. He, on behalf of the club and players, whether coerced or threatened, took full responsibility. The longer this has gone on, the more respect I have gained for him, as when the fallout occurred I lost a lot!
What's his other option? Resign and walk away in a time where the club needs him. Everyone would have jumped down his throat then calling him gutless and a coward! Damned if you do, damned if you don't. I blame the media heavily for this commotion.

He took full responsibility LMAO.

regards,

REB

Yes, Hird is the victim ... LOL

[Mr Beefy]

Unfortunately despite what Warner and alot of others think about the trial the final result rests with the judge. All though we seem well infront its still possible the judge may rule against us in the end

I wouldn't say unfortunately. It's how the legal system works!

Didnt mean it like that. I meant that everybody is saying we are infront but it doesnt matter how many people think we are winning its only 1 person we have to satisfy.
So far this morning it is advantage ASADA IMO

What's your take on the afternoon sesh ? ASADA finishing all over the top of them?

[stan]

ASADA are finishing well. But its meaningless really. All comes down to the judge.

[Jim05]

ASADA are finishing well. But its meaningless really. All comes down to the judge.

Correct.
Still think we may win the case but the judge wont overturn the existing show cause notices. ASADA were much better on thr stand today

[stan]

ASADA are finishing well. But its meaningless really. All comes down to the judge.

Correct.
Still think we may win the case but the judge wont overturn the existing show cause notices. ASADA were much better on thr stand today

Its amazing what happens when you have some idea of what your doing. Walker was apparently very good on the stand today.

[mighty_tiger_79]

Jim is still on track to resume coaching next season